NATO forces are still massing around the town of Marjah in Afghanistan for the upcoming offensive against it. The town is effectively cut off by NATO forces which will keep the Taliban from receiving supplies during the seige.
Skirmishes have begun between US forces and the Taliban which is normal during this stage of the operation. Skirmishes will occur when opposing forces are in close proximity to each other so this is perfectly normal. Each side is checking out the other and they will test each other with small battles.
There are estimated to be between 400 to 1000 Taliban fighters in the town of Marjah. Our military ring customers who are facing the enemy will use overwhelming force to take the town. Part of the wait time is designed to give the Taliban a chance to escape before the actual attack. The object of the attack is not necassarily to kill people but to recapture the town.
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